Director of Remote Sensing

Overview

The climate crisis is the defining challenge of our time—but it’s also the greatest opportunity for innovation, and a challenge we’re proud to take on. At Overstory, we’re harnessing cutting-edge technology to enable a resilient electrical grid that keeps communities thriving as our world changes.

In Short

• Identify and evaluate new data sources across the satellite and aerial landscape
• Assess data impact on product outcomes: resolution, latency, revisit, coverage, seasonality, rights, pricing, licensing, exclusivity, SLAs
• Build and manage relationships with leading and emerging data providers
• Lead vendor selection and negotiate terms
• Translate new data capabilities into clear product unlocks and cost efficiency
• Maintain a forward-looking view of the external data landscape
• Ensure data decisions map directly to customer value and operational outcomes
• Represent Overstory externally in the earth observation and climate data ecosystem

Requirements

• Clear critical thinking and sound tradeoff judgment
• Strong product intuition paired with analytical rigor
• Creative approach to unlocking new data-driven capabilities
• Executive communication: crisp, transparent, and persuasive
• Proven experience leading teams through change, ambiguity, and new directions
• 8+ years in product, partnerships, business strategy, or management consulting

Benefits

• Mission-driven work that reduces wildfires and protects natural resources
• Flexible working environment with autonomy
• Remote working budget and educational budget
• Supportive team culture
• Equity and competitive salary